Eco-Schools - Representation in The United States

Representation in The United States

In the fall of 2008, the National Wildlife Federation was granted official Eco-School host status for K-12 schools in the United States. NWF was chosen for its work to promote environmental education, connect people with nature and raise awareness about the threat to people and wildlife from global warming.

Starting in September 2009, the National Wildlife Federation was expected begin registering public and charter schools across the U.S. as a part of the Eco-Schools USA programme.

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